The term “deer” can refer to a variety of species of hooved animals, though in Ithaca, you will usually see white-tailed deer grazing on your lawn. While they look cute and cuddly, white-tailed deer can range anywhere from six to seven feet long and weigh up to 300 pounds! Like other wild animals, deer can be dangerous just based on their size alone. They are known as opportunistic feeders, which means your yard, garden, or farmland can be prime feeding grounds for deer in the area. Even though deer are herbivores, that does not mean that they do not pose a threat to humans: Deer can carry parasites, which can cause dangerous diseases in both humans and pets.

To keep deer out of your yard, consider taking the following measures:

• Maintain a fence around your property 
• Provide posts near trees for bucks to rub their antlers on 
• Do not intentionally feed deer 
• Install scare devices around the perimeter of your property 

If you have tried the above measures and are still struggling to deal with deer on your property, give our team a call. We can safely, humanely, and effectively remove deer from your property.

In some cases, you may be facing a deceased animal on your property. If you have encountered a dead dear on your property, give our team a call. We do not recommend handling a deceased wild animal on your own, particularly because of the risk of transfer of disease. We have the right equipment and certifications to safely remove animal remains from your property.